Head Chef - The Saint Hotel (New Venue Opening)

Company Description

Introducing something new in Australian hospitality.

The Saint Hotel is a village of venues designed to support the neighbourhood, a contemporary St Kilda institution built around hospitality, culture and connection. Spanning multiple bars, dining spaces, terraces and event areas, The Saint brings together the energy, eclecticism and social spirit that has long defined Fitzroy Street.

We’re not just opening venues, we’re creating places that bring people together. Experience-led in its approach, the venue is designed to feel woven into the fabric of St Kilda: somewhere locals can settle into regularly, visitors can discover naturally, and the neighbourhood can gather from day through to late night.

Job Description

About the Opportunity 

This is a rare chance to step into a senior culinary leadership role at one of Melbourne’s most exciting soon to be opened hospitality venues.

This role plays a key part in refining standards, leading the team and continuing to shape the culinary direction of The Saint Hotel. Working closely with our senior leadership team, you'll play a pivotal role in driving quality, consistency and performance across all kitchen operations.

You’ll be instrumental in curating innovative and compelling menus that reflect the venue’s vision while responding to seasonal produce and evolving guest expectations. In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to build and mentor a high-performing kitchen team from the ground up, creating a strong foundation for long-term success.

You’ll bring strong leadership, creativity and operational expertise, fostering a high-performance kitchen culture built on respect, accountability and excellence.

What You’ll Do 

As part of our senior kitchen leadership team, you will:

• Lead and oversee day-to-day kitchen operations

• Deliver consistent, high-quality food across all services

• Refine and execute menus in line with the venue's direction

• Train, mentor and manage kitchen team performance

• Maintain exceptional food safety, hygiene and Work Health and Safety (WHS) standards

• Manage stock control, ordering, wastage and food costs

• Oversee prep planning, service flow and kitchen organisation

• Build a positive, motivated and professional kitchen culture

About You 

You’re an experienced, hands‑on kitchen leader who leads by example. You take pride in both people development and operational excellence. You’ll also bring:

• 5+ years' experience in professional commercial kitchens

• Proven experience as a Head Chef

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• A calm, structured approach under pressure

• A sound understanding of Australia food safety and WHS requirements 

• Availability across nights, weekends and rotating rosters 

Why Join Us 

• Shape one of Melbourne's most well-supported venues in an exciting growth phase

• Be part of a passionate, ambitious and supportive kitchen team 

• Work in a beautifully designed, multilevel venue 

• Opportunities across à la carte service, events and functions 

• Genuine career progression within an expanding hospitality group 

• Ongoing training, development and staff benefits 

• A collaborative, inclusive and high-performance culture 

Be Part of Something Special 

Join us on this exciting journey and help deliver a culinary experience Melbourne won’t forget. 

Apply now — we’d love to hear from you.